About the Award
The Global Ties U.S. Citizen Diplomat Award honors outstanding individuals and institutions in the United States who showcase American excellence and make a signature contribution to the powerful positive impact of exchange programs like the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) in the United States. Awardees are recognized as exceptional citizen diplomats, who are motivated by a commitment to the exchange of ideas and expertise that strengthens U.S. communities and furthers the cause of international understanding.
Nominees may be drawn broadly from many areas of society, such as arts and culture; science and technology; government service; nonprofit leadership; business; and education.